Overview

The Social Work programme offered by the University of Bristol leads to a nationally and internationally recognised qualification in social work and graduates are eligible to register as a social worker with Social Work England.

Completing the social work programme at Bristol means that you can work with both children and adults. You will support people to identify their strengths and build their self-confidence, help them to overcome problems in times of crisis, and link with other services.

Careers

Successful completion of this master's degree will mean you are eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (or the newly proposed social work regulatory body) and practise as a qualified professional social worker.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Social Work Studies

Practice Learning

Applied Social Science and Law

Research Methods in Social Work

Social Work Dissertation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-19 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-07-03 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bristol, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

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General requirements

You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or an international equivalent in any subject and English and Mathematics GCSE grade 4 (C) or above or international equivalent.

A Personal Statement must be uploaded (maximum 750 words) demonstrating evidence of interest in social work as a professional qualification and evidence of commitment and motivation to work as a social worker. Relevant work and life experience and understanding of social care, social work and commitment to the values and ethics of social work should be included.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

26700 GBP / year

≈ 26700 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

11300 GBP / year

≈ 11300 GBP / year

Living costs

Bristol

United Kingdom

750 - 1260 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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